Objective: Explore the five conflict management styles.

When in the middle of a conflict, it can seem chaotic and without pattern or path to resolution. Researchers have identified five customary preferences or styles most people use in responding to conflict.

• Write a two page (500 word) response on the five conflict management styles.
• Ensure the following points are covered in the content:
  • What are the five styles?
  • Why is it valuable to know about them?
  • Why is the integrating (or collaborative) style the preferred one for most but not all conflicts?
  • What is the “downside” to the collaborative style?
  • Where have you seen some of these styles at work in professional or personal settings?